Celtics Sign Center Charles Bassey to 10-Day Contract

Bassey previously spent time with the Grizzlies and 76ers this season.

Mar. 14, 2026 at 9:49pm

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The Boston Celtics have signed center Charles Bassey to a 10-day contract, according to a report from Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Bassey, a 25-year-old big man, was drafted 53rd overall by the San Antonio Spurs in 2021 and has spent time with the Memphis Grizzlies and Philadelphia 76ers this season.

Why it matters

This signing is part of the Celtics' strategy to avoid the luxury tax this year, similar to their recent signing of Dalano Banton. Bassey had an impressive showing with the Celtics during Summer League and could potentially see some playing time, especially with the injury to Nikola Vucevic.

The details

Bassey spent a portion of Summer League with the Celtics but did not join the team for training camp. He was signed and waived by the Atlanta Hawks before the start of the 2025-26 season. Bassey has career averages of 4.3 points and 4.3 rebounds in 116 NBA games, shooting 62.6% from the field.

  • Bassey was drafted 53rd overall by the San Antonio Spurs in the 2021 NBA Draft.
  • Bassey spent time with the Memphis Grizzlies (one 10-day contract, two games played) and Philadelphia 76ers (two 10-day contracts, one game played) this season.

The players

Charles Bassey

A 25-year-old, 6-foot-10 center who was drafted 53rd overall by the San Antonio Spurs in the 2021 NBA Draft.

Nikola Vucevic

The Celtics' starting center who is currently injured.

Amari Williams

A rookie center who may see increased playing time if the Celtics need additional center minutes.

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What they’re saying

“Just like when they signed Dalano Banton a couple of weeks ago, this signing is part of Boston's plan to duck the tax this year.”

— Michael Scotto, HoopsHype Reporter (HoopsHype)

What’s next

The Celtics will evaluate Bassey's performance during his 10-day contract and decide whether to sign him to a longer-term deal.

The takeaway

The Celtics are continuing to explore cost-effective roster moves to avoid the luxury tax, with the signing of Charles Bassey the latest example. While Bassey may not see significant playing time, the team is hoping he can provide depth and defensive presence in the frontcourt if needed.